Cheese Pizza Recipe

Preparation and Baking

1. 1

   Prepare the Dough

   In a bowl, dissolve the yeast in warm water and let it sit for about 5 minutes until frothy. In a large bowl, mix flour and salt. Make a well in the center, add the yeast mixture and olive oil, and mix until a dough forms.

2. 2

   Knead the Dough

   Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for about 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover it with a towel, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.

3. 3

   Preheat the Oven

   Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C) while the dough is rising.

4. 4

   Shape the Pizza

   Once the dough has risen, punch it down and roll it out on a floured surface to your desired thickness. Transfer it to a pizza stone or a baking sheet.

5. 5

   Add Sauce and Cheese

   Spread the tomato sauce evenly over the dough, leaving a small border for the crust. Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese on top, and add dried oregano, basil, and black pepper to taste.

6. 6

   Bake the Pizza

   Bake in the preheated oven for about 12-15 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown, and the crust is cooked through.

7. 7

   Serve

   Remove the pizza from the oven, let it cool for a couple of minutes, slice, and serve hot.